List of Iranian musicians

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This is a list of Iranian (Persian) musicians and musical groups.

Contents

Classical

Persian classical/traditional

Modern/traditional

Western classical / Persian symphonic

Pop

Singers

Bands

Songwriters

Lyricists

Rock/Metal

Singers

Bands

Electronic

Rap/Hip Hop

Jazz

Blues

Film composers

See also

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References

  1. Cowie, Peter, ed. (1998). "Iran". Variety International Film Guide. Andre Deutsch. p. 207. ISBN   978-0-233-99183-2.